Caterpillar Inc. invites machine operators worldwide to put their agility, resilience, and versatility to the test on a wide range of construction equipment and technology in the 2025-2026 Global Operator Challenge.
“This challenge helps showcase and celebrate the exceptional skills of the expert men and women in this important profession as they forge their legacies of being the best operators in the world,” says Caterpillar Construction Industries Group President Tony Fassino.
Operators are invited to compete in local challenges facilitated by Cat dealers around the globe during the first round, being held from January-September 2025. The competitions will feature at least three different challenges on at least three separate pieces of equipment. Scoring is based on the operator’s skills, safety, efficiency, and competence in using integrated technology such as payload, grade control, and operator ease-of-use features.
Winners from local dealer events will advance to regional semifinal competitions during the fall of 2025. Nine finalists will emerge to participate in the final competition in March 2026 at Caterpillar’s outdoor festival grounds exhibit during CONEXPO-CON/AGG in Las Vegas. The winner receives either a $10,000 cash prize or an equal value trip for two where Caterpillar has a location worldwide.
For more, visit www.cat.com.